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District Infrastructure Projects Receive Closer Monitoring as Government Moves to Address Delays

Government has intensified monitoring of major infrastructure projects in the District under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP), with a focus on addressing implementation challenges and ensuring projects are delivered within approved timelines and standards.

A team comprising officials from the Office of the President, Wakiso District, contractors and consultants, led by Senior Economist Agenonuot Peace, recently engaged contractors to assess progress and identify bottlenecks affecting the timely delivery of ongoing infrastructure projects.

The assessment covered five road projects and market developments, with discussions focusing on project timelines, right-of-way constraints, utilities, access to construction materials, human resources, project-affected persons, and environmental and social safeguards.

Among the projects reviewed was the 12.17-kilometre Bukasa–Sentema–Kakiri Road, being implemented by Chongqing International Construction Company (CICO). The project, which commenced in May 2025, currently stands at 71 percent physical progress against a planned 85 percent.

CICO has requested an 8.5-month extension, citing factors including abnormal rainfall, delays in accessing diesel and bitumen, right-of-way challenges and utility-related obstacles. The project is supervised by Aarvee Associates in a joint venture with Adriax Consults.

The team also reviewed the 6.5-kilometre Kitemu–Kisozi–Naggalabi Spur Road, being implemented by China Railways Seventh Group. The contractor has requested a six-month extension, citing similar challenges, including adverse weather conditions, delays in accessing key construction materials, right-of-way constraints and utility obstacles.

Current works along the Naggalabi Spur include subgrade construction, longitudinal drainage and manhole construction, while works along the Kitemu–Kisozi section include prime coat application, asphalt concrete surfacing and installation of longitudinal culverts.

Attention was also given to Wakiso Central Daily Market, where construction by Techno Three Uganda Limited has reached 27 percent physical progress. Vendors have been relocated to a temporary site to facilitate construction, while the project area has been hoarded off.

The contractor has completed excavation works and is working with the district to identify an appropriate disposal site for excavated materials. Officials also reported that no project-affected persons have been identified in relation to the project.

Wakiso District Engineer Eng. Aziiz Abudallah said works at the market were progressing well and expressed confidence that the project would be completed within the scheduled timeframe.

Senior Economist Agenonuot Peace said the Office of the President was closely monitoring the projects to ensure that emerging challenges are identified and addressed early.

She noted that the monitoring exercise is also placing greater attention on market infrastructure as government expands its oversight of projects being implemented under the programme.

The engagement underscores government’s commitment to strengthening project supervision, resolving implementation bottlenecks and ensuring that infrastructure investments deliver the intended benefits to communities while complying with approved timelines, technical standards and environmental and social safeguards.

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MINISTER BARYOMUNSI LAUNCHES NATIONAL MEASLES-RUBELLA CAMPAIGN AND CALLS FOR PUBLIC SUPPORT.

The Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, officially launched the National Measles-Rubella Immunization Campaign on 1st October 2026 at Wakiso Health Centre IV, calling on parents, guardians, teachers and communities to support the five-day exercise aimed at protecting children against preventable diseases.

The nationwide campaign, running from 1st to 5th October 2026, targets children aged 9 months to 5 years. The Ministry of Health is encouraging parents and guardians to ensure that all children in the target age group receive the vaccine, regardless of their previous immunization status.

Speaking at the launch, Dr. Baryomunsi cautioned against misinformation and deliberate efforts to discourage communities from participating in the campaign. He said the Ministry had received reports of some religious groups, teachers and parents resisting or discouraging immunization in different parts of the country.

The Minister warned that individuals found deliberately obstructing the exercise would be held accountable, emphasizing that immunization remains a key public health intervention in protecting children from preventable diseases.

Dr. Baryomunsi highlighted Uganda’s progress in reducing illness and deaths from vaccine-preventable diseases, noting that sustained immunization efforts have contributed significantly to improved health outcomes.

However, he noted that gaps in Measles-Rubella immunization coverage remain. While more than 90 percent of children received the first dose last year, only 64 percent received the second dose. The Ministry has therefore resolved to re-immunize all children within the target age group to close immunity gaps and strengthen protection against the diseases.

He assured the public that the vaccines being administered are safe and tested, urging communities to rely on information from health authorities and disregard misinformation and rumours.

At the launch, the District Chairperson Eng. Ian Kyeyune raised concerns over gaps in health infrastructure, equipment, medicines and staffing, particularly as the district continues to experience rapid population growth.

Eng. Kyeyune emphasized the need for a district hospital to strengthen referral services and improve access to healthcare. He also called for the upgrading of health facilities to respond to the increasing number of patients seeking services in Wakiso, including people from neighbouring areas and those working in Kampala.

In response, Dr. Baryomunsi said the process of establishing a district hospital is underway and that designs for the facility have already been completed. He also said he would visit health facilities in Wakiso to assess their needs.

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine, commended Village Health Teams for their contribution to extending health services to communities and urged parents and guardians to take eligible children to designated health facilities and immunization points.

She further encouraged families to embrace preventive health measures, including proper nutrition, hygiene, antenatal care and vaccination against cervical cancer.

The Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Godfrey Kizza Rwakijuma, highlighted key investments in the district’s health sector during FY 2024/2025–2025/2026.

These include the construction of Buloba Health Centre III and Mutuba Gumu-Nangabo Health Centre III under the UGIFT programme, fencing of Zinga Health Centre III and construction of staff quarters at Wattuba Health Centre III.

He, however, noted that inadequate ambulance coverage and staffing gaps remain among the challenges affecting health service delivery.

The District Health Officer, Dr. Lugolobi Mathias, called for greater attention to hard-to-reach communities, particularly the island areas of Bussi, including support to improve transport for health service delivery and referrals.

The launch was attended by representatives from the Office of the Resident District Commissioner, State Minister for Primary Education Hon. Phyllis Chemutai, State Minister for Primary Health Care Hon. Dr. Charles Ayume, district leaders, health officials and other stakeholders.

The Ministry of Health continues to call upon parents and guardians to ensure that all eligible children receive the Measles-Rubella vaccine during the campaign as Uganda works to strengthen population immunity and prevent avoidable illness and deaths among children.

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Wakiso LCV Chairperson Directs Contractors to Fast-Track Market Projects.

The District Chairperson Eng. Ian Kyeyune has directed contractors undertaking the construction of Wakiso Central Market and Kawuku Daily Market to accelerate works and address outstanding challenges to ensure timely completion of the projects.

Kyeyune issued the directive on Wednesday during a routine monitoring exercise of government facilities and projects across the district. He was accompanied by the Secretary for Works, Production and Technical Services, Hon. Mubiru Moses Balwana, and officials from the District Engineering Department led by Eng. Abdallah Aziz.

The Chairperson noted that the two markets are of wider national importance, having been initiated under a presidential programme that includes a skilling component aimed at equipping market users with practical skills to improve livelihoods and address unemployment.

At Wakiso Central Market, being constructed by Techno Three Uganda Ltd, Kyeyune commended the general progress of works but raised concern over the delayed removal of debris from the cleared site. He directed the District Engineering Department to support the contractor in resolving the challenge and tasked District Engineer Lillian Namutebi with providing regular progress updates to his office to ensure adherence to the 12-month construction schedule.

At Kawuku Daily Market, being constructed by Scaffold Engineering and Construction Ltd, Kyeyune commended the quality of work but expressed concern over the slow pace of implementation. He highlighted delays in constructing the toilet facility, concerns regarding the driveway, poor framing of the chain-link fence at the entrance, inadequate protection on door frames and the need to fix the firefighting system.

He urged the contractor to increase the pace of work, noting that works at Wakiso Central Market had advanced further despite both sites being handed over at the same time. He emphasised the need to complete the projects within the agreed timelines.

In response, Eng. Bagonza Elly, Project Supervisor for Kawuku Daily Market, committed to addressing the issues raised. He reported that construction of the vendor relocation site is at 95% completion, with 342 vendors expected to be relocated within two weeks to pave the way for construction of the main market.

Earlier in the monitoring exercise, Kyeyune inspected Wakiso Health Centre IV, where he identified challenges including staffing gaps, delays in the supply of medicines, poor drainage, dilapidated structures requiring renovation and inadequate space. He pledged to work with the relevant authorities to address the identified gaps.

Hon. Mubiru Moses Balwana said the District is committed to addressing emerging challenges and ensuring that the ongoing projects are delivered effectively. He noted that, once completed, the two markets will serve as important commercial hubs and contribute to strengthening local economic activity in the district

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Understanding the Budget Process: Why Stakeholder Participation Matters

As preparations for the FY 2027/2028 budget continue, understanding how the budget is developed and how different stakeholders can participate is important for informed engagement.
Tonight’s discussion on Wakiso Empya will explore the budget process, stakeholder participation and how communities can better engage in planning and decision-making.
Tune in to CBS FM 89.2 Emanduuso tonight for the discussion.

Communications Department October 1, 2026 0

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Wakiso to Host National Launch of Measles-Rubella Mass Immunization Campaign.

The district will host the National Launch of the Measles-Rubella Mass Immunization Campaign on Thursday, 1 October 2026, at Wakiso Health Centre IV.
The campaign targets all children aged 9–59 months. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to take eligible children for vaccination during the campaign period.
The measles-rubella vaccine is safe, effective and free, and provides protection against measles and rubella.
The national launch will be graced by Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, Minister of Health, as Chief Guest.
The campaign is part of efforts to strengthen immunization coverage and protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases. Parents and caregivers across Wakiso are encouraged to play their part by ensuring that eligible children receive the vaccine.

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WAKISO RECEIVES 1.773 MILLION MOSQUITO NETS AHEAD OF NOVEMBER MASS DISTRIBUTION.

A total of 1.773 million insecticide-treated mosquito nets have been received ahead of the mass distribution exercise scheduled for the first week of November 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen malaria prevention across the district.

The consignment from the Ministry of Health was received by district leaders led by the LCV Chairperson, Eng. Ian Kyeyune, who flagged off the nets to the various sub-counties.

From the sub-counties, the nets will be delivered to designated parish storage facilities identified by the Ministry of Health in coordination with the District Malaria Focal Person, where they will be securely stored until distribution begins.

Speaking during the flag-off, Eng. Kyeyune called for proper accountability and equitable distribution of the nets, directing the technical team to ensure that the right quantities are received, properly stored and distributed according to the established guidelines.

“My people in the technical wing, make sure you monitor to ensure the right quantity is received and properly stored. Ensure equal distribution is achieved, not giving ten nets to a household yet it is supposed to be one net per two heads.” Says Eng Kyeyune

He also urged residents to use the nets for their intended purpose and cautioned against selling or diverting them for activities such as fishing and poultry rearing.

“People stay out late, they are bitten by female mosquitoes, get malaria and end up saying nets don’t work, yet in actual sense it’s not true,” he said, emphasizing the importance of sleeping under mosquito nets consistently.

Eng. Kyeyune further appealed to the Ministry of Health to give the district special consideration in future distribution cycles, noting the rapidly growing population.

He called upon the district executive, mayors of municipalities and town councils, sub-county chairpersons and district councillors to support the exercise and strengthen monitoring to ensure the nets reach the intended beneficiaries.

Patrick Kagaiga Muhumuza, an Insecticide-Treated Nets Field Supervisor from National Medical Stores, called for effective communication and coordination among district leaders, health teams and security personnel to ensure smooth last-mile delivery.

He highlighted Katabi, Entebbe and Masulita among the areas requiring close coordination during the delivery process.

Assistant District Health Officer Betty Nabuganda said the arrival of the nets is a significant boost to malaria prevention efforts, noting that malaria remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the district.

She urged residents to make proper and consistent use of the nets once distribution begins.

Assistant Resident District Commissioner Muwanga Lutaaya assured the public of security for the nets at all designated storage centres and warned that anyone found stealing, selling or diverting the nets would face legal action.

The district leadership calls upon all stakeholders to support the November mass distribution exercise and ensure that the mosquito nets reach the intended households and are used correctly to protect families and communities from malaria.

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Councillors Urged to Strengthen Collaboration for Effective Service Delivery

Councillors have been urged to strengthen collaboration between political leadership and technocrats as they work to advance service delivery and development in the district.

The call was made during a benchmarking tour of Hoima City Stadium, where the councillors were taken through City’s experience in developing and managing the facility.

The Assistant Town Clerk Hoima City, Mr. Lwanga Edward, guided the delegation around the facility, attributed the city’s achievements in developing and managing the stadium to effective teamwork between political leaders and technocrats.

He encouraged the councillors to embrace a similar approach and strengthen their lobbying efforts for the district, noting that although the district is large, coordinated efforts by its leaders can contribute to greater development.

Meanwhile, the Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Jude Mark Bukenya, described the three-day induction in Hoima City as successful.

Bukenya urged the councillors to respect one another, work together and maintain a strong working relationship with technocrats in pursuit of a common development agenda for the district.

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Councillors Challenged to Embrace Leadership, Unity and Development as Induction Closes

The three-day induction of Councilors has concluded in Hoima City, with Ministry of Local Government officials challenging leaders to embrace responsible leadership, teamwork and innovation as they work towards transforming the District.

Closing the induction at HB Hotel, the Commissioner for Local Council Development at the Ministry of Local Government, Mr. Swizin Kinga Mugyema, pledged the Ministry’s commitment to supporting Wakiso and promised to be an ambassador for the District if leaders play their part in building and promoting its image.

Commissioner Swizin noted that Wakiso plays a significant role in Uganda’s economic and social landscape and attracts considerable interest from stakeholders across the country.

He urged leaders to work together to rebrand and rehabilitate the District, cautioning them against allowing personal interests and short-term temptations to undermine its development trajectory.

“You won people’s confidence and they voted for you expecting much from you. Therefore, provide leadership for socio-economic transformation. Leadership is not just popularity but work,” he said.

He also challenged Councilors to focus on building a lasting legacy, reminding them that leadership requires patience, restraint and the ability to manage difficult situations.

“Do not allow anger that is disproportionate to the situation to trigger or take over your actions,” said Commisssioner Swizin.

Commissioner Swizin added that the Ministry has taken note of the issues raised during the induction and encouraged leaders to submit proposals through the appropriate channels as the relevant processes remain open.

He further announced that as the national induction programme continues across the country, each Councilor will receive copies of the Constitution, the Local Governments Act, participant handbooks and standard rules of procedure.

Earlier, Ministry officials had challenged Councilors to move beyond politics driven by popularity, personal interests and divisions and instead focus on their mandate as political leaders.

Mr. Dominic Kashaki, a Local Government Governance Specialist and National Inductor, urged Councilors to concentrate on service delivery and identify opportunities that can drive socio-economic transformation.

He encouraged leaders to remain focused and resilient, noting that the District has significant opportunities that require innovative and committed leadership.

“If Bunyoro can benefit from its oil, why can’t Wakiso benefit from its urbanization?” Kashaki asked, calling for greater utilisation of the opportunities created by rapid urban growth.

Ms. Assumpta Ikiriza Tibamwenda, Technical Adviser for Local Economic Development at the Ministry of Local Government, urged leaders to leverage the area’s strategic location and comparative advantages to strengthen local economic development.

She highlighted opportunities in real estate, tourism, heritage conservation, partnerships with universities and peri-urban farming, among others.

She encouraged both political leaders and technical staff to prioritise lobbying, advocacy and partnerships that can unlock investment and strengthen locally generated revenue.

Meanwhile, Mr. Eugene Gerald Ssemakula, a Local Council Trainer at the Ministry of Local Government, emphasised the importance of respecting the distinct roles of political leaders and technical staff.

He noted that political leaders and technocrats must operate within their respective mandates and follow established procedures to avoid unnecessary clashes.

He also reminded Councilors that their strength lies in working as a collective body, rather than acting individually.

Leadership and Resource Concerns

In his remarks, District Speaker Ibrahim Kazibwe thanked the Ministry for selecting Wakiso to host the first Councilors’ induction under the national programme.

He commended the Ministry for providing strong technical leadership and particularly praised Chief Administrative Officer Mark Jude Bukenya for his commitment to Councilors’ unity and engagement.

The Speaker, however, raised concerns about the current governance and financing arrangements, particularly the inclusion of Councilors from municipalities and town councils that he said do not contribute to the District treasury.

He called for consideration of amendments to the existing legal framework or alternative arrangements to address the financing of Council activities.

He also appealed for increased Government transfers, arguing that the level of resources available does not adequately match the demands for service delivery.

District Chairperson Eng. Ian Kyeyune echoed the concerns, calling for innovative and sustainable approaches to financing and resourcing the District.

He noted that the District continues to generate substantial local revenue but still faces resource constraints that affect implementation of programmes and services.

The three-day induction equipped Councilors with knowledge on their roles and responsibilities, council management, rules of procedure, local government governance, leadership, local economic development and the relationship between political and technical leadership.

The induction concluded with a renewed call for unity, accountability, innovation and collective action in driving socio-economic transformation.

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District Chairperson Urges Councillors to Embrace Teamwork and Unity

District Chairperson Eng. Ian Kyeyune has urged district councillors to embrace teamwork, unity and a positive mindset as they work to strengthen service delivery and maintain the district’s performance.

Eng. Kyeyune made the call while delivering his official opening remarks at the ongoing three-day induction of Wakiso District councilors in Hoima City.

Reflecting on the previous council, the District Chairperson noted that disagreements and internal conflicts had at times taken up valuable time that could otherwise have been dedicated to council business and service delivery.

He reminded the councilors that effective service delivery requires them to work beyond personal, political, religious and tribal differences.

“Let us have one language, work as a team, reduce rumours and increase the time we dedicate to work,” Eng. Kyeyune said, adding that the district cannot be effectively managed through rumours and divisions.

He also encouraged councilors to strengthen their relationships beyond council business by working and fellowshipping together. He cited Rotarian and savings and credit groups as examples of platforms through which councilors could share ideas, support one another and explore opportunities that can contribute to the growth of their businesses.

Eng. Kyeyune emphasized that achieving these objectives requires a positive change in mindset and a willingness to learn and embrace new ideas.

He further encouraged councilors to conduct research and develop innovative approaches to their work, particularly in making appropriate recommendations and decisions that benefit the district.

The Chairperson also reminded councilors to respect established procedures and protocols, operate within their respective mandates and follow the appropriate channels when handling council matters.

Meanwhile, The Chief Administrative Officer Jude Mark Bukenya called on councillors to respect one another and foster a strong working relationship between the political and technical wings of the district.

He said cooperation between the two sides is essential to achieving a common goal of improving service delivery to the people of Wakiso.

The District Council Speaker Ibrahim Kazibwe welcomed the councillors to the induction and commended the Chief Administrative Officer for facilitating the programme.

The Speaker noted that the induction provides an important opportunity for councilors to strengthen their understanding of their roles and responsibilities and pledged continued support to the technical team in council matters.